Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights has to be one of the most fascinating natural phenomena that one can witness. This is why countless photographers have the desire to witness and photograph it on their wishlist. However, while the Aurora in itself is a magical wonder, simply having it in the composition doesn’t […]
Stargazing makes us realize that we’re a just tiny part of this amazing universe. However, photographing the Milky Way is not an easy feat. There are certain technicalities involved in the process. Photographer Colin Zwirner took this photo at Acadia National Park in Maine and explains how he achieved it: Zwirner took the shot using his […]
Winters can be harsh. And for a portrait photographer, the conditions can make it even more difficult to work. It can thus be a good idea to work in the comfort of your lovely warm home. All you’ll need is a small home studio and some lights. Photographer Gavin Hoey from Adorama shows you how: […]
Many photographers struggle with taking photos after dark. But for creative minds like that of photographer Nikolay Trebukhin, the same absence of light works as a blank canvas: a canvas where photographers can paint whatever they imagine. Using light painting technique is an awesome way of pushing individual creativity to the next level: Trebukhin shot […]
One common mistake that beginners make when starting out with flash photography is that they get comfortable with using a flash mounted on the hot shoe of the camera. They’re not aware of the potential that those flashes have when used off camera. Photographer Ed Verosky explains how you can remotely trigger your flash and […]
One of the many great things about Christmas is how everything around the neighborhood lights up during the night. This not only gives a facelift to the area but also opens up a new window of opportunity for the photographers. Street photography during Christmas is thus an entirely exciting avenue that you can explore. With […]
Would you believe your eyes if you were placed somewhere that looks computer generated? Well, believe it or not, there are many places around the world that look like they’re straight out of a video game. The Island of Madeira in Portugal is clearly one of those places. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, […]
Amateur photographers have a general tendency of sticking to faster shutter speeds. They believe that it’s essential to freeze the subject and get tack sharp images. Only when they advance a bit in the field of photography do they realize that slower shutter speeds can yield amazing results. Photographer Mike Smith shares five ways you […]
Paintings that are amazingly done are often compared to photographs. And when photographs turn out well, they’re often compared to paintings. This image from Yosemite Valley taken by photographer Jim Wiltschko on a winter morning is an example of the latter case. The scenery looks so surreal that it’s easy to mistake it for a […]
Have you ever wondered how photographers take those amazing shots of objects flying in midair? These types of photos are common in product and food photography, and it goes without saying that this technique requires a lot of preparation and a very concrete understanding of the process. In today’s video, photographer Mark Wallace with Adorama […]
